Discover Your Dog

12/31/2024

A reminder that DYD! will be CLOSED tomorrow!

Have a wonderful New Year everyone!

12/22/2024

I just happened to come across the little guy
And thought, he would be exactly the one that I would want if I was looking to adopt a friend for my dog..... yet he keeps getting overlooked.

Anyone here looking for a little portable companion?

STILL WAITING TO BE ADOPTED!!!
🐾 MAX is a 3 year old small breed mix weighing 14lbs. He has been with us for a few months now and keeps getting overlooked, especially right now as everyone seems to just be looking for a puppy to put under their tree 🙄
🐾 MAX is fully vetted and is great with other dogs. He would do fine with another playful dog in the home but could also be fine as an only dog with lots of play time! Max surely needs a fenced in yard as he loooooves to run, run and RUN! He absolutely loves toys and can play all day but then crashes hard for cuddles under the blanket! He is quite affectionate and would love to be adopted!
🗺️ MAX is currently being fostered in SE CT.
🖊️ Online application is available at: https://form.jotform.com/priderockrescue/pride-rock-rescue-dog-application

12/22/2024

DYD! Will be closed on Dec 25 & Jan 1 only!

If any Wednesday dogs would like to add a different day to the schedule, let us know!

12/13/2024

Shocking! 😂

It took scientists & research to come to the a conclusion what we trainers have been telling dog owners since, well forever.

Harnesses were LITERALLY invented to aid an animal in pulling unencumbered. Its makes the dog owner 'feel' better that their dog isn't 'choking' themselves, but the reality is they are creating an even worse habit.

The solution? TRAIN your dog to not pull. Its really that simple and effective. The tool doesn't stop your dog from pulling, training does!

Need help with that? Call us!

Dogs generally pull about 60 per cent harder on a leash when wearing a padded harness compared with a collar, even when the equipment is marketed as “anti pull” – putting the people walking them at risk of injury.

Some dogs – especially smaller breeds – pull with a force more than twice their body weight on the collar, potentially damaging their throats, says Erin Perry at Southern Illinois University.

“It’s really very shocking,” she says. “The dogs are almost choking themselves on that collar repeatedly. But the harnesses in our study just didn’t inhibit pulling in any way, and that’s definitely a wake-up call – especially because of the risk to owners.”

Read more: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2459747-dogs-pull-harder-on-the-leash-when-they-wear-a-harness-than-a-collar/

Image: CBCK-Christine/Alamy

12/12/2024

Congratulations to our newest Urban Canine Good Citizens!

Guinness, Sirius, Timmy & Rue knocked the test out of the park!

We will be having another UCGC class in the Spring, watch for the class announcements here and on dydri.com !

12/04/2024

DATE CORRECTION

We have one opening come up in our 6pm Scentwork 2 & 3 class that starts on 01/09.

Message me at [email protected] if you want in!

11/29/2024

We didnt forget about you!

NOW THRU 12/2, 15% off of our gift cards!

The perfect Holiday gift for the dog Mom or Dad in your life, or even yourself!

Our gift cards can be used for DayCamp, DaySchool, Private Training, Classes and even our retail!

A great way to get your pup started on training, dog sports or camp.

Current DayCamper?? Save even more on your next package!

Go to https://app.squareup.com/gift/ML27MPFJ9V4KM/order

and use code DYDRIBF at checkout!

Sale ends Monday, 12/2!

dydri.com
Westerly, RI

*cannot be used for Barn Hunt trial entry fees

11/27/2024

Just a reminder that Discover Your Dog! will be CLOSED Thursday AND Friday for the Holiday! We will re-open Monday for DayCamp!

While you are enjoying your turkey tomorrow, be sure to catch the National Dog Show on NBC.

A little DYD! connected brag about the show -

One of Heidi's dogs, CH Prestige Thakurji of Kimmark CM AX MXJ OF BCAT TKA FITG, better known to everyone as Kanji, won Best of Breed at the show and has been doing a little media tour with hosts David Frei and John O'Hurley!

Its the first year his breed, the Lancashire Heeler is being represented at the show so he should get some air time.

ALSO! If you happened to watch the Today show this morning, Kanji and his wonderful co-owner, Kim made an appearance!

Enjoy some behind the scene photos and a clip of the segment can be seen at this link...

https://www.yahoo.com/news/national-dog-show-david-frei-135515977.html

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, everyone!

11/22/2024

Just a reminder that DYD! will be closed Nov 28 & 29 for the Holiday!

11/19/2024

DYD! Long Sleeve T Shirts are here for a limited time!

We are donating a portion of of the proceeds to Friends of Westerly Animal Shelter .

These lightweight, heather navy, 2 sided print shirts come in Small thru 2X.

(We only have a few medium left)

Come on down to grab your or message us to reserve one (or three!) for just $28.99/ea!

11/02/2024

Its going to be a great weekend for hunting rats! Join us for 4 great trials with judge Karen Cummings!

https://www.barnhunt.com/register/event.php?key=7329

10/31/2024

We had a great Halloween with the DayCampers today! Thank you to all the dogs who were willing to participate!

Please post pics of your pups in costume!